Natalie joined our birth journey unexpectedly as our first doula had a family emergency a few days before I delivered. Natalie immediately met with us, got to know us and our birth preferences, and came prepared with a wealth of information and questions.
Baby was cozy inside and I was scheduled to be induced, which made me nervous. I wanted to try everything I could to induce labour naturally and Natalie patiently provided me with tips and tricks and calmed my nerves. My contractions ebbed and flowed for a few days before my delivery. I experienced numerous emotions (e.g., excitement, fear, frustration, anxiety), which Natalie helped me navigate. She helped me advocate for pushing back my induction date, which resulted in baby coming on her own!
When baby decided it was time, things progressed very quickly. Within three hours I went from almost being sent home from the hospital to delivering a baby! When things began happening quickly, my husband contacted Natalie and she rushed to the hospital. She was beside me the entire delivery and provided words of encouragement. Following the delivery, I experienced some medical complications. We are so thankful that Natalie was with us. She was able to mentally and emotionally support my husband as he navigated being with our baby while watching the medical team work on me. She stayed with us until I was stable, asked what we needed, provided emotional support, and even massaged my back while I was recovering.
Having a doula as part of our birth journey was incredibly empowering. The support that Natalie provided cannot be quantified. I know that our birth journey would have been more stressful and uncertain had we not had a doula. I will recommend Natalie to anyone I know having a baby in the future. A doula is a great option for anyone, no matter how prepared you feel, your level of social support, or if this is your first or third child. Thank you Natalie!
-Jacquie
June 27, 2023
NatalieAnu: maternity wellness
Birth Fee: $1450 to $1650